Cairo Shopping

Do most of your shopping at this vast market. Jam-packed into narrow streets you’ll find hundreds of stores selling almost anything including Egyptian gold jewelry, essential oils, handicrafts, textiles, and clothes. Expect to bargain.

Browse this well-regarded store for rare and out-of-print books, as well as maps and postcards with a Middle Eastern theme.

A must for Egyptian furniture fans, Mit Rehan carries hand-carved wooden tables and chairs, as well as Western-style sofas with Middle Eastern designs.

Pick up artwork by some of Egypt’s most popular artists at this contemporary gallery. Regular openings feature up-and-coming talent – check the website for schedules.

Handmade silver pendants, rings, and bracelets as well as Bedouin textiles are sold at this jewelry store.

Local socialites and celebrities love Yousef Spahi’s glittery, colorful evening garb.